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Access to Silicon Valley Leaders

Silicon Valley, San Francisco Bay Area and beyond – GABA’s active community includes leaders and professionals from the most prestigious organizations as well as agile start-ups, small businesses and service organizations. Technology, entrepreneurship, new customers and partners – whatever your current business interest, chances are you will find that one of our members can help. Through our programs and events, GABA provides ample opportunity for you to meet and engage with the right people. Share your knowledge, gain new insights and expand your connections in both Northern California and in Germany.

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Inside GABA and Member News

From Silicon Valley to the Rhine: A Journey of Language and Culture

From Silicon Valley to the Rhine: A Journey of Language and Culture

Silicon Valley International School (INTL) offers students a unique and immersive experience starting in Grade 4 through its cultural trips and exchange programs in Germany. These journeys go far beyond classroom learning—they foster curiosity, cross-cultural understanding, and resilience. As one…

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German American Friendship Award

German American Friendship Award

We are deeply honored that GABA – the German American Business Association has been awarded the German American Friendship Award 2025 by the Government of the Federal Republic of Germany. This prestigious recognition, issued by the German Ambassador in Washington,…

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Fall European Networking 2025

Fall European Networking

What a fantastic turnout at our Fall European Networking Night — the final gathering in the 2025 cross-European networking series! Sold out for days in advance, the event brought together over 150 professionals, entrepreneurs, and community leaders from across the…

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The Energy Challenge of Scaling AI

The Energy Challenge of Scaling AI

Last night, GABA NextGen brought together an engaged audience at CMS in Mountain View for a thought-provoking discussion on one of today’s most pressing topics: the energy and infrastructure challenges behind scaling AI. Three key takeaways from the discussion: We…

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The German-American entrepreneurial journey of Eike Gerhardt, Co-Founder of Autopoiesis Science

The German-American Entrepreneurial Journey of Eike Gerhardt, Co-Founder of Autopoiesis Science

At Autopoiesis, we’re creating Aristotle, the world’s leading AI scientist. Imagine if an AI could help solve aging, cure diseases, or provide precise answers to complex questions.

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GABA NorCal Programs

New Technologies and Innovation
Life Sciences and Digital Health

GABA Norcal Programs

New Technologies and Innovation
Life Sciences and Digital Health

“Thanks to GABA I found employment at a global corporation. I attended the annual GABA economic and financial outlook event and met a senior executive, who shortly after hired me as the West Coast Regional Manager. I have since attended many GABA events and am always impressed by the quality of the events and seniority of the attendees.”

Alexander Schulz, Advisory Board Member at UC Irvine

“Newly arrived in Silicon Valley, we participated at a GABA-Newcomers event. Driven by the enthusiasm of the GABA team, we participated in many other events from GABA and its partners, which are offered in every industrial sector. These great networking opportunities largely contributed to our exponential growth in the number of contacts in the USA and in Europe. GABA has been great for developing both friendships and our business.”

Michael Schmid, Partner, ProiPatent

“GABA has been instrumental in supporting NRW.Invest mission to market Germany’s No. 1 investment location, North Rhine-Westphalia (NRW). We are thrilled to work with them on upcoming projects”

Kai Buehler, NRW.Invest

“As the Bay Area based Innovation Hub for Merck KGaA, Darmstadt, Germany, we are always excited to connect with teams and companies that share our drive for innovation in the fields like Cultured Meat, Bioelectronics, and Neuromorphic systems. GABA allows us to discuss with like-minded companies in an organic way.”

Arie van Gent, Merck KGaA

“GABA had a big influence on how my life developed in Silicon Valley. The day I arrived at SFO I went to the GABA Young Professionals meeting. I connected with many people but one connection was special… my wife found her job with eBay through this connection. – Since then, I have attended many more GABA events, and all of them were interesting and useful for my business and me personally.”

Florian Schöbinger, Kärcher New Ventures

“GABA succeeds very well in strengthening the German-American community and friendship. Through their hosting of excellent events, members can share top-notch industry specific knowledge and experience across the Atlantic and connect as professionals and personally. I am thankful to GABA for wonderful memories of events, business opportunities, and even friendships that I could experience and access through the incredible network which they cultivate.”

Alexander Roth, Partner at Taylor Wessing US

“Ich möchte GABA herzlich danken für die bereichernden Gespräche, die einzigartigen Veranstaltungen und die interessanten Menschen, die ich durch die GABA kennenlernen durfte.”

Heiko Erhard, VP, Neato Robotics

“GABA has helped me in my personal life and in my role at SAP to develop meaningful connections in the ecosystem. The diversity of their network spans from early talents to thought leaders in the Silicon Valley who represent corporates, academia and the venture community. On many occasions the team was able to relate our business goals with those of other members and identify collaboration opportunities.”

Daniel Zimmer, Sr. Director, SAP Bay Area Labs Management

“In 2020, GABA organized a nationwide hydrogen technology and business presentation, the first webinar of its kind. Engineers from Berlin, Germany, and managers from the East and West coasts gave us a glimpse into the future of energy. Now in 2023, it’s becoming a reality in California with leaders from Germany and the US. As a consequence of this well-attended hydrogen event, we now have two hydrogen energy storage projects in operation in California.”

Clark Crawford, GKN Hydrogen
Promote Your Brand
Promote Your Brand

Promote Your Brand

Interested in promoting your business, products, or services in Northern California or Germany? GABA’s programs, events, website and regular communications give you ample opportunity to show your thought leadership and capabilities and enhance your reputation to a professional audience.

Become a Volunteer

Become a Volunteer

Want to support the professional German-American community directly with your talents and skills? As a volunteer, you can hone your skills and expand your network by supporting GABA with event logistics, content ideas or operations behind the scenes.

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We Thank Our Main Supporters

Benefactors and Patrons

SAP
Deutsche Bank Trust Company Americas
Siemens

Premium Corporate Members

Bayer
TW
Osborne Clarke
Seven Seals Innovation AG
Join Digital, Inc.
Cerity Partners
Taxstudio
Merrill Lynch Wealth Management
Kilpatrick Townsend & Stockton LLP
ZEISS Innovation Center California
BMW Group
Oxnard Engineering Campus
iConn
BSH
GASA
BMO Wealth Management
Condor Flugdienst GmbH
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